Ortega Ridge Road is haunted by 3 ghostly nuns
Usa, north-america
2.09 km
N/A
moderate
Year-round
Okay, road trip fans, listen up! Head to the Central Coast of California for a spooky little adventure on Ortega Ridge Road. This super short 1.3-mile stretch is totally paved and winds through Santa Barbara County, nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific.
But here's the eerie part: legend says this road is haunted by "Las Tres Hermanas"—three nuns who met a gruesome end during the Gold Rush. Keep your eyes peeled, because travelers often report seeing them on the side of the road, arms crossed. Some even describe ghostly apparitions with glowing blue eyes, dressed in habits, praying. Spooky! Whether you believe in ghosts or not, the scenery is gorgeous, making for a memorable (and maybe slightly chilling) drive. Just go from Ortega Hill Road up to CA-192 and see what you find.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 2.09 km
- Difficulty
- moderate
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